PowerPoint has a feature to run videos direct from YouTube. The feature works well, but it requires an internet connection, enough bandwidth, having the presentation computer online, and a number of other potential issues.
To minmize potential issues, running all videos direct from the computer and as embedded elements is a good best practice. YouTube Downloader HD is a free tool to download videos from YouTube and save to your computer. It enables you to download high quality, high definition, and full HD videos from YouTube. The software is available with an installer or as a standalone exe file.
Downloading is easy. Go to the video you wish to download on YouTube. Copy the address of the video.
Open the YouTube Downloader HD software, and paste the video’s address into the Video URL field. In the Download dropdown menu, select the type and quality of the video.
Then select the best format and size for the presentation. TLC Creative Services opts for .mp4 and the largest size (1080p or 720p).
Then click download.
– Troy @ TLC